Mary Ralph Obituary
Mary Sue Ralph of Shawano, formerly of Schofield and Antigo, passed away on February 23, 2026 under the care of Unity Hospice at her home in Shawano. She was 73 years old.
Mary Sue was born on September 4, 1952 in Rowan County, Kentucky to the late James and Clona (Trent) DeHart. She was united in marriage to Scott Ralph On September 5, 2005 in Antigo. He survives. She worked in production at Plaspack USA for 20 years.
Mary Sue enjoyed winters in Florida, plants, gardening, growing her roses, crafting, music, singing, laughter and time with her family and grandchildren.
She loved with her whole heart and will be dearly missed.
In addition to her husband Scott, she is survived by daughters Angela Mikkelson (Kyle Mabry) of Weston and Amy (Tim) Rustick of Rothschild, stepchildren Scott (Alissa) Ralph of Weston and Kerri (Ryan) Cunningham of Weston, 8 grandchildren: Haili, Tyler, Elaina, Heidi, Hannah, Megan, Nolan, Ella, a sister Bernice DeHart Smith (Joe) of Lily, David DeHart (Michelle) of Merrill, Gene (Cindy) DeHart of Owensville, KY, Steven DeHart of Olive Hill, KY, a sister-in-law Jolene (Donald) Clemmens and a brother-in-law Roy Ralph.
In addition to her parents James and Clona, Mary Sue was preceded in death by her stepfather Everett Mikkelson, brothers: Dan, Billy and Jeff DeHart, a sister Vicky DeHart, and sister-in-laws Cindy Luzinski and Susie Ratkowksi.
A special thank you is extended to Mary Sue’s sister Bernice DeHart Smith and her niece Lisa Smith for the care and support they provided throughout Mary Sue’s journey.
In accordance with her wishes, no services will be held.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
504 Edison St P.O. Box 13, Antigo, WI 54409
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